glorify

/ˈɡlɒrɪfaɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to praise or honor someone or something highly, often in a formal or public way

“The city will glorify its founding father with a grand parade.”

2. verb

to give praise or honor to God

“The choir came together to glorify the Lord in song.”

3. noun

the act of praising or honoring someone or something

“The glorification of the city’s founder is a beloved tradition.”

Synonyms

  • adore
  • honor
  • laud
  • praise

Antonyms

  • condemn
  • disparage
  • vilify